Concealed vs. Visible Crosstube for 1999 Chevy S-10 With Factory Step Bumper

Updated 09/22/2020 | Published 09/17/2020

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Question:

what is the difference. I have a 99 chevy s10 Extended cab V6. I do have a step bumper

asked by: Mac S

Expert Reply:

On a trailer hitch receiver, concealed means the crosstube does not show at the rear of the truck, just the receiver does; while exposed means the crosstube and the receiver show.

A lot of people really like the concealed crosstube because it keeps the look of their truck intact, but that's the only difference. For your 1999 Chevy S-10 with a factory step bumper you can choose from a hitch with either a concealed or visible crosstube, but if it were me, I'd go with the concealed option:

- Concealed Crosstube: Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75085

- Visible Crosstube: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13132

I have added links below to the instructions of both for you to check out.

expert reply by: Kyle S